Thinking about claiming your Social Security benefits? You need to know your 'full retirement age,' which affects the ...

Turning 62 in 2026? See the maximum Social Security benefit you could receive, what it takes to qualify, and how claiming ...

The Social Security program is primarily funded through Social Security payroll taxes. The current tax is 12.4%, with employers and employees each paying 6.2%. If you're self-employed or an ...

Nine states levy a tax on Social Security benefits, down from last year. Is yours one? Here's what you need to know.

For married couples with unequal historical earnings, it may make sense for the lower income spouse to file for Social Security benefits early or before the higher earner. Ultimately, deciding when to ...

Social Security is set to run out of funds in 2034, but this idea could help. Key Takeaways. The Social Security program is ...

CPI-W stands for the Consumer Price Index for Urban Wage Earners and Clerical Workers, one of the key inflation measures that ...

There’s a reason seniors are told to think carefully before signing up for their Social Security benefits. The age at which you file your claim will have a direct impact on the amount of money Social ...

Nearly 3 million people could receive a boost in Social Security payments under legislation set for a final Senate vote in the coming days. The Social Security Fairness Act would end longtime ...

Spousal Social Security benefits can help fill holes in your post-retirement budget. Here's how to know if you qualify.

Today’s column involves a husband and wife, both of whom were getting Social Security benefits — and the husband dies.

Suspending your retirement benefits means exactly that – it involves requesting a temporary break from receiving your monthly payouts. But because it’s Social Security, there are certain rules that ...